India, March 26 -- The University of Mumbai has cleared new guidelines to introduce 'Honours' and 'Honours with Research' tracks in the fourth year of undergraduate programmes, starting in the 2026-27 academic year in line with recommendations of the Maharashtra State Academic and Research Council.

The university's Academic Council approved the framework under the National Education Policy, allowing students to choose between the two tracks after completing three years. The fourth year, along with a postgraduate diploma and the first year of a PG programme, will be classified at Level 6.0 under the National Credit Framework.

The Honours track will involve advanced study in the major subject along with a four-credit internship, while the...